Testseek.com have collected 191 expert reviews of the Samsung SM-R175 Galaxy Buds Plus and the average rating is 82%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Samsung SM-R175 Galaxy Buds Plus.
February 2020
(82%)
191 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(87%)
8358 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
22-hour battery life
Noticeably better sound quality
Ambient mode is surprisingly good
Impressive 11-hour battery life
Works wonderfully with Spotify
Wireless charging support
Decent audio performance
Supports iOS
Crisp
Balanced sound
Long battery life
Strong microphone
Design
Fit
Touch Controls
Battery Life
Excellent battery life
Improved call quality over the originals
Very good sound quality with the right fit
Compact case that charges via USB-C or Qi
Lots of configuration in the app
Superb battery life
Comfortable
Lightweight fit
Impressive overall sound
Handy companion app
Wireless charging case
Impressive battery life
Much improved audio quality
Compatible with Android and iOS
Best-in-class battery life
Dynamic audio performance
Useful companion app
Multi-purpose wireless charging
Seamless Spotify integration
Well-balanced sound profile is well-suited for a wide variety of content and genres
Companion app with EQ presets
Alright microphone noise handling capability
Audio quality noticeably improved
In-call audio much better
Battery life is excellent
IOS app gives iPhone users more features
11-hour battery life sets a new standard
Lightweight
Comfortable fit and subtle design
Improved mics for voice calls
Fluid gameplay
Still definitely Bubble Bobble
Up to four player local co-op
Original Bubble Bobble included
Two levels of difficulty
Free DLC pack coming this year
Bluetooth 5.0
Scalable Samsung codec and AAC
Battery life
Qi Wireless charging
Compact build
Mic quality
Outstanding. Something like 11 hours of playback on a charge
Decidedly good. Not amazing
But improved over the original Galaxy Buds
Touches like wireless charging and in-ear detection are appreciated
$150 — a $20 markup from the standard Galaxy Buds —
Very long battery life
Good sound quality
Ambient Aware works well
Light and comfortable
Wireless charging case is convenient
Very strong connection and range
Samsung really worked on the sound signature and it shows
Really solid design and build quality
Really good fit and sound isolation
Easy to setup and use
Useful app and software
Great sound options
Competitive battery life
Outstanding price point
The editors didn't like
Buggy pairing on iOS
Touch pads are too sensitive
Still uncomfortable for smaller ears
Looks quite similar to the original Galaxy Buds
More robust water resistance would be welcome
No aptX codec
We say The Samsung Galaxy Buds+ is a significant upgrade over its predecessor
Bringing almost double the battery life
Enhanced call as well a
Touch controls are too sensitive
Low water-resistance rating
Audio Quality
Lack of noise cancellation
Glossy case gets grimy quickly
No active noise cancelation
Gestures can be finicky while adjusting earbuds
Finicky touch controls
No active noise cancellation
No advanced codec support
No noise cancellation
Carrying case only has enough for one recharge
Touch controls need work
Sensitive mics
Closed-off soundstage
Still no active noise cancelation
IPX2 water-resistance rating is low
Touch controls can be finicky
Weaker water and sweat resistance than the competition
Can't pair to two devices simultaneously
Fairly short game
Pricey for what you get currently
Lacks aptX
No autoresume playback
Limited multipoint
No auto-resume playback
Lacks multipoint functionality
Only IPX2 rated. Not safe for use in the rain (or by prolific sweaters)
Impressive battery life, Much improved audio quality, Compatible with Android and iOS
No advanced codec support, No noise cancellation, Carrying case only has enough for one recharge
The Galaxy Buds+ have quickly become my favorite truly wireless headphones, and I knew it would take a lot to get me away from the Sony WF-1000XM3. Samsung offers stellar battery life, very comfortable earbuds, and some incredible audio. That's a recipe f...
Published: 2020-02-17, Author: Chris , review by: slashgear.com
Audio quality noticeably improved, In-call audio much better, Battery life is excellent, iOS app gives iPhone users more features
Still no active noise cancelation, IPX2 water-resistance rating is low, Touch controls can be finicky
The joys of going wireless continue to convert headphone users to earbuds like the Galaxy Buds+, and for excellent reason. Longer battery life, little in the way of sound quality compromise, and the general convenience of cutting the cord all help explain...
Bluetooth 5.0, Scalable Samsung codec and AAC, Battery life, Qi Wireless charging, Compact build, Mic quality
Lacks aptX, No autoresume playback, Limited multipoint
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus make important improvements over the original Galaxy Buds. You can now listen to recommended songs with a simple touch gesture, thanks to Spotify integration. While this feature is novel and one I greatly enjoyed, greater batt...
Battery life is excellent, Sound quality is great, Size is perfectly pocketable
A little large for my ears, Touchpads have a slight delay, There are some Samsung-only features
As it stands, the Galaxy Buds+ are one of the best sets of wireless earbuds currently available. The sound quality is great and the battery life is even better. If you have a wireless charger at work as well, then you'll likely be in the same boat as me a...
Published: 2020-04-10, Author: Lee , review by: reviewed.com
Yes—this is a solid midrange pickThe Samsung Galaxy Buds+ aren't the best-sounding or most feature-heavy true wireless earbuds on the market, but they're not as pricey as many of our favorites, either. Despite some tinny treble and a lack of noise canceli...
Lots of bass,Battery life out of the case is very good,Wireless charging case is convenient,Secure fitting,Ambient noise is useful
Case only holds one extra charge,Not always comfortable for long periods,Sound quality could be better
The Samsung Galaxy Buds+ is a solid pair of wireless in-ears. Sound and battery life is improved compared to the generation-old Buds model. And with features like the easy-to-control app for managing settings and features, Samsung certainly has its positi...
